Navigating Motherhood & Sobriety in Mommy Wine Culture

Breaking the Cycle of Addiction and Mommy Wine Culture with Kelley Kitley

Kelly's Sobriety Journey: From a Childhood Above a Bar to Helping Others Overcome Addiction

In this episode of the Peripeteia podcast, the host welcomes Kelly, an author, psychotherapist, media personality, and social worker who shares her powerful journey from growing up in an alcohol-centric environment to embracing sobriety. They discuss the cultural and familial influences on her drinking habits, her struggle with addiction, and the transformative impact of her decision to quit alcohol at 35. Kelly highlights the complexities of 'mommy wine culture,' the challenges of parenting while dealing with postpartum anxiety, and the evolving landscape of sobriety resources. She also shares insights into her professional work, including her short film 'Gray Area